1. Determining patient out of pocket cost Visit the NH Health Cost website (http://www.nhhealthcost.nh.gov). Use the website to generate the estimated out of pocket cost for a patient with an indiv

1.  Determining patient out of pocket cost

Visit the NH Health Cost website (http://www.nhhealthcost.nh.gov). Use the website to generate the estimated out of pocket cost for a patient with an individual policy from Anthem – NH having a mammogram at Portsmouth Regional Hospital? What is the statewide estimate of total cost?

Start with these steps to complete the assignment:

1.   Go to http://www.nhhealthcost.nh.gov.

2.   Select Compare Costs

3.   Select Medical Procedures

2.         Selecting a provider based on comparative data

In this assignment we will explore cost differences for a patient with an individual policy from Anthem—NH. Use the NH HealthCost website to compare the cost for an emergency visit of low complexity across Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Mary Hitchcock Hospital, and Exeter Hospital. (Hint: click the checkboxes next to each hospital and click the Compare button). Examine the four care dimensions provided: Patient Centered Care, Timely Care, Effective Care, and Safe Care. Which provider would you select for your care and why?  Provide a screenshot of your comparative screen.